Feed the Keys
Florida Keys Relief
I don't normally use my LinkedIn network for things of this nature, but given the severity of the situation I felt it my duty to do just so. As some of you know, I volunteer my time and talents at an International Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief Foundation called the Coalition of Hope (www.coalitionofhope.org).
We have been asked by the Salvation Army and Red Cross, and are partnered with others, to provide mass feeding and supply distribution in Monroe County, Fl ("The Keys"). This will require, for at least 30 days and perhaps for as long as 90 days, 2 meals per day for up to 30,000 displaced residents, aid workers, power company line men, other volunteers and etc. 60,000 meals a day for 90 days, or 5,400,000 meals.
LinkedIn friends, we need help. Money, supplies, whatever you can give. Many of you are in positions of significance within your respective organizations and others of you may be in touch with sources of food supplies. Whatever your ability I ask you to lend your support. Serving those in need is truly the greatest blessing you can receive.
Please see below:
The Coalition of Hope Foundation
HURRICANE IRMA POST-DISASTER RELIEF OPERATION
The Coalition of Hope Foundation, Inc. (COH) in Partnership with Salvation Army, Navillus and Community Emergency Operations Center Seeks your Immediate Assistance in Ongoing Support of Hurricane Irma
Disaster Relief Center Located at Big Pine Key in Florida USA 33043
MASS CARE CAPABILITY:
To provide humanitarian assistance services to the affected population within Monroe County, Florida. Services that will be provided include mass feeding, fresh water distribution, emergency supplies, home remediation / rebuilding information and personal communications & technology resources.
MISSION OBJECTIVES:
• To provide for the safety, welfare and care of Hurricane Irma victims.
• To provide assistance to First Responders and other NGO’s rendering support to those in need within Monroe County, Florida.
• Establish a Centralized, Mass Feeding / Food Service Operation within an Air-Cooled Facility.
• Implement a Volunteer Reception Center that provides affected Floridians with vital information from State and Federal emergency relief agencies.
• Distribute meals, supplies and donated items to those Hurricane Irma victims located in the Keys
MISSION NEEDS - WE NEED YOUR HELP PLEASE!
• Now soliciting Financial Support from the local community, state, corporations & foundations.
• Urgent need for tents, chairs, tables, diesel / Solar generators, fuel, solar LED lights, etc.
• All types of foods (Fresh, Frozen, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian) fit for human and pet meals.
• Commercial Ovens/BBQs, Mobile Catering Trucks, Freezers, Refrigerators, REEFERTrucks
• Bottled Water, Juices, Healthy Drinks, Baby Formula, baby food, canned goods, snacks, etc.
• Porta-Potties, Wash Stations, Shower Trailers Potable Water Treatment Systems, Water Tankers.
• Diapers, Feminine Napkins, Elderly Napkins, Ice Trucks / Ice machines, Batteries, etc.
• Medical Supplies, First Aid Kits. Insulin, Canes, Wheel Chairs, Walkers, Oxygen, etc.
• Paper goods, plates, cups, utensils, napkins, toilet paper, table cloths, etc.
• Cargo Barges, Crew Barges, Warehouses, Trucking, Golf Carts, ATV’s, Autos (SUV’s/Pickups)
• Building Supplies: Plywood, Sheetrock, Lumber, Roofing Materials, Sheathing, Insulation, etc.
• Electrical Supplies: Wire, Conduit, Switches, Outlets, Panels, Breakers, etc.
• Cleaning supplies: Bleach, Mops, Buckets, Rags, Towels, etc.
Location of Operation: 30250 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, Florida USA 33043
POINT OF CONTACT: DAVID PEREZ +1(619)356-0018 / david.perez@cohglobal.org POINT OF CONTACT: SARAH FITZPATRICK +1(917)561-8044 / irmarelief@navillusinc.com
PLEASE DONATE NOW AT: https://www.coalitionofhope.org
Mass Feeding:
We intend to feed as many people as possible, including all displaced residents, EOC staff, military, fireman, police, security forces, city/state employees, FEMA responders, and volunteers.
Donations Distribution Operations:
Donations of emergency relief supplies will be managed by COH volunteers and other affiliated NGO’s to sort, and manage the distribution in support of local needs.
Cellular Radio and High Speed Internet Communications:
COH will deploy a robust communications package enabling personnel, volunteers, displaced citizens to communicate effectively with family, friends, their offices, critical resources, public officials and 911.
About The Coalition of Hope Foundation, Inc. https://www.coalitionofhope.org
The Coalition of Hope Foundation, Inc. (COH), is a US-based, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization that provides global humanitarian assistance and disaster-relief support. COH supports a broad range of humanitarian assistance and disaster-relief missions on an on-going basis. Examples of our efforts include material support to those in need in the immediate aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina, Sandy, Harvey and Irma (USA), disaster-relief missions to Haiti and Ecuador following widespread devastation to those countries by earthquake, support to flood victims in Pakistan and the Philippines and other projects of a lesser magnitude.
About Navillus Contracting http://navillusinc.com
In the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy in 2012, Navillus Contracting was the only private construction contracting volunteer organization to set up a disaster relief centre in the parking lot of Saint Francis de Sales church in Belle Harbor, one of the most devastated areas in New York City. This became the main shelter and distribution centre for the Rockaways over the coming months. All city agencies including FEMA, the National Guard and others utilized this centre during this period.The Navillus team worked tirelessly to provide aid for devastated individuals and families, through the creation of temporary shelter and a community centre environment, where hot meals and resources gave hope to those in need.
Location of Operation: 30250 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, Florida USA 33043
POINT OF CONTACT: DAVID PEREZ +1(619)356-0018 / david.perez@cohglobal.org POINT OF CONTACT: SARAH FITZPATRICK +1(917)561-8044 / irmarelief@navillusinc.com
